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No layoffs related to the move are expected.
To deliver a simpler viewing experience for customers, we have decided to phase out Freevee branding.
(Through the acquisition of MGM, Amazon also owns SVOD platform MGM+.)
‘Jury Duty’, ‘Bosch: Legacy’, ‘Judy Justice’, ‘Neighbours’ and America’s Test KitchenFreevee
Freevee helped get Amazons toe into the advertising business.
I hear recently all upcoming pitch meetings as well as any pending deals for such projects have been canceled.
Freevee traces its roots back to January 2019, when it was launched by Amazon subsidiary IMDb as Freedive.
It was subsequently rebranded as IMDb TV, Freevee and Amazon Freevee.
Jury Dutyproved a breakout hit for Freevee, earning four Emmy nominations, including one for Outstanding Comedy Series.
Other notable series that originated at Freevee includeBosch: Legacy,continuing one of Prime Videos signature series.